Xengel is a traditional dough dish of Azerbaijani cuisine, not to be confused with Georgian khinkali. Flat, diamond-shaped pieces of dough are boiled, topped with fried meat and onion, and laid over garlic yogurt. The Quba and Absheron versions differ slightly, sometimes made with cured meat. Simple as it looks, the taste of real xengel is in the thinness of the dough. Price range: 7 to 13 AZN. Below are the best places for xengel in Baku.
Also spelled: xengel, khangal, hangal, kesme xengel
Recommended places
1 Şirvanşah Muzey Rest. 2 Dolma Restaurant 3 Xanlıq 4 Nuxa Restoran 5 Çay Bağı 145 6 Araz Terrace 7 Salam Baku 8 Ağabala RestoranFrequently asked questions
Where can I eat xengel in Baku?
The most recommended spots for Xengel in Baku are Şirvanşah Muzey Rest., Dolma Restaurant, Xanlıq and Nuxa Restoran. The list is based on real user reviews.
How much does xengel cost in Baku?
A portion costs 7-11 AZN; premium venues up to 13.
How is xengel different from khinkali?
Xengel is an Azerbaijani dish of flat dough with fried meat and yogurt. Khinkali is a Georgian broth-filled dumpling.
How is xengel served?
Flat boiled dough topped with fried meat and onion, with garlic yogurt on the side.